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A historic collection of 1,776 Tunisia postage stamps
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Year: 1970
Scenes from Tunisian life. The perfumer
The profession of perfumer, or “El Attar”, is one of the most prestigious pillars of Tunisian urban craftsmanship, whose historic heart beats in the famous Souk el-Attarine in the Medina of Tunis. This master of scents is the guardian of ancestral know-how linked to the distillation of local aromatic plants such as jasmine, rose, msedder geranium or orange blossom. Beyond simple sale, Attar plays a crucial social role, because its precious essences are inseparable from the great rituals of Tunisian life, from wedding ceremonies to religious celebrations, where perfumes serve to express conviviality and purity. The colorful bottles and glass vials that adorn the pharmacy shelves contain much more than fragrances; they contain the sensory memory of the country. There you can find pure essential oils, incense blends (Bkhour) and natural cosmetic products such as kohl or henna, stored in traditional containers of various shapes. By highlighting this profession, the Republic celebrates a culture of refinement where body care and olfactory aesthetics are elevated to the rank of virtue. This stamp thus transforms the perfumer's shop into a symbol of harmony and well-being, making the art of perfume an ambassador of the radiance and elegance of the Tunisian soul.
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Centenary of the birth of Jawaharlal Nehru
2nd Anniversary of November 7, 1987
4th session of the Carthage theater days
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20th Anniversary of Planned Parenthood
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